‘Tis the season to be jolly—and pack on pounds indulging in rich, fattening fare. Here are 36 holiday diet hazards you and your family should avoid, along with healthier options that only taste indulgent! If you simply can’t resist a calorie-laden holiday favorite, make sure to keep portions small. Cheese straws These party staples look… Continue reading
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Don’t give up on the heat and make the health habits unhealthy
The record high temperatures that have dominated most of the summer are continuing to make outdoor activities more dangerous. Despite the extreme heat and humidity many people are exercising outside, knowing winter is just around the corner. “It’s great to get outside and exercise before the cold weather sets in, but this year’s record heat… Continue reading
Saturatef fats – pro’s and con’s
Saturated fats – the term even sounds nasty. But not all saturated fats are bad for you. The ones found in avocado and raw nuts are actually quite good for you; they’re uncooked and sealed from light and air, which means they have not been transformed in any way. Because our bodies are designed to… Continue reading
Unhealthy Foods
The human body requires certain types and amounts of nutrients in order to function normally. However, if we want to stay healthy, we should be careful about the type and amount of food we choose. There are some foods that should be avoided or consumed in very small amounts. Here are some examples of foods… Continue reading
Salt – healthy or unhealthy?!
We all know that excess consummation of salt is not healthy. But we don’t know how much salt we eat with the food. Most of the salt in our diet comes from processed and package food, as well as fast food. Canned soups and frozen meant, for example, may contain sodium that exceed the recommended… Continue reading